Philadelphia Federation of Teachers (PFT Local 3)

Kamala Harris: "I predicted a lot about what's happening right now. I'm not here to say 'I told you so,' but we did see it coming."

Obama: "We are living in a time where it can be hard to hope. Each day we wake up to some new assault on our democratic institutions. Another setback to the idea of the rule of law ... but this man - Rev. Jesse Jackson - inspires us to take a harder path ... bc if we don't step up, nobody else will"

Fix our facilities. Fund our facilities. Do not close public schools. Tell your state Representative and Senator to pass Governor Shapiro's education funding package!

This #RedFriday we're reminding the Commonwealth that it cannot prosper and compete without strong, consistent investment in public education. Let's keep the momentum going and win the strong #PAbudget our schools and students deserve! #PhlEd #PublicSchoolProud actionnetwork.org/letters/save...

PFT members at Arts Academy at Rush hold signs calling for more education funding in the state budget

PFT members at Arts Academy at Rush hold signs calling for more education funding in the state budget

Our members at Arts Academy at Rush pride themselves on creating a nurturing and inclusive creative arts learning environment. Schools that attract students from across the city deserve comprehensive support - including adequate funding, reliable transit access, and timely building maintenance.

School closures have divided Philadelphia education officials. Here’s what unites them. There’s a school closure debate raging in Philadelphia. But the district’s funding problems seem to be the one thing everyone can agree on.

100%, @artsteinberg-pft.bsky.social. It's Pennsylvania's job to equitably and fairly fund public schools so every student has opportunities and pathways to a better life. @pft.org. www.chalkbeat.org/philadelphia...

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Two Philly high schools are still fighting their proposed closures, even after officials tweaked plans to appease them Lankenau and Robeson high schools are still among the 18 schools slated for potential closure, but the district changed which schools they would merge into. The schools' supporters still aren't happy.

100% graduation rate and students who just won prestigious honors at the Philly Flower Show. So much about the District's school closure plan makes no sense www.inquirer.com/education/ro... #PhlEd #ShowYourWork #FixDontClose

So far the war in Iran has cost an estimated $5.5 billion.

That's roughly $1 billion per day.

$41,666,667 per hour.

$11,574 per second.

People do not want this.

They want a living wage. They want healthcare. They want to be able to afford a home. They want their basic needs met.

Community members rally to save Lankenau Environmental Science High School Students, teachers and families gathered at Lankenau Environmental Science High School on Wednesday to call for increased state education funding.

"The rally urged state lawmakers to approve Governor Josh Shapiro's proposed $18.7 billion budget for K-12 education.

"'Every dollar that goes into our schools is a dollar that is desperately needed,' said @artsteinberg-pft.bsky.social" 6abc.com/post/communi... #PAbudget #PhlEd #FundOurSchools

Philadelphia teachers, officials rally for Lankenau high school, set to close under school district plan School staff, union leaders and some elected officials are calling for Lankenau Environmental Science Magnet High School to stay open.

"School and union leaders are also asking everyone who cares about saving Lankenau to relay concerns to their representative in Harrisburg before the master plan is adopted by the Philadelphia Board of Education." www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia... #PAbudget #PhlEd #FundOurSchools

School closures have divided Philadelphia education officials. Here’s what unites them. There’s a school closure debate raging in Philadelphia. But the district’s funding problems seem to be the one thing everyone can agree on.

"But on Wednesday, President Arthur Steinberg had a separate priority.... 'Today, we are unified in saying to the General Assembly they are constitutionally obligated to fund our schools fairly and equitably.'" www.chalkbeat.org/philadelphia... #PhlEd #FundOurSchools #SaveOurSchools #PAbudget

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Join us tonight at 7 p.m. ET for a webinar on “Challenging Authoritarianism Through People Power” to learn more about what’s at stake in this moment and how we mobilize and organize to protect our kids, families and communities. Sign up ⬇️
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This local Philadelphia campaign being tied into our national day of action is exactly what we love to see. Communities know what they need–and we should have educators and families working together to do what’s best for students. bsky.app/profile/pft....

PFT members hold signs and distribute leaflets outside of their schools as part of the AFT Day of Action.

PFT members hold signs and distribute leaflets outside of their schools as part of the AFT Day of Action.

PFT members hold signs and distribute leaflets outside of their schools as part of the AFT Day of Action.

PFT members hold signs and distribute leaflets outside of their schools as part of the AFT Day of Action.

All smiles despite the rain! 🌞

PFT members leafletted in the AM & PM to help empower families & neighbors to fight for our students. With Philly public schools once again on the chopping block, we MUST win a strong #PAbudget for public ed.

Join us! actionnetwork.org/letters/save... #PhlEd

PFT Members Urge Passage of Governor Shapiro’s Education Funding Package as Part of AFT’s National Day of Action

While we continue to fight to keep all #PhlEd schools open, we must also win a strong #PAbudget package to support those like Lankenau Environmental Science Magnet that have made great progress since PA started reforming its system of ed funding. Learn more here:
pft.org/press/pft-me...

PFT President Arthur G. Steinberg speaks at an AFT Day of Action press event at Lankenau Environmental Science Magnet High School before elected officials, educators, and students.

Special Education teacher and PFT member Amy Szymanski speaks at an AFT Day of Action press event at Lankenau Environmental Science Magnet High School before elected officials, educators, and students.

Students Sa'Niyah Bailey (9th grade) and Messiah Stokes (11th grade) speak at an AFT Day of Action press event at Lankenau Environmental Science Magnet High School before elected officials, educators, and students.

Principal Jessica McAtamney and PFT President Arthur G. Steinberg at an AFT Day of Action press event at Lankenau Environmental Science Magnet High School before elected officials, educators, and students.

“While some of us here have different visions for this school’s fate, we’re standing unified today to call on the General Assembly to pass Governor Shapiro’s education funding proposal in full. Every $ proposed is a $ that belongs in school buildings to support student learning, mentorship, & care.”

America’s teachers are working two jobs and barely getting by | CNN Business Ashley loves her day job teaching math, reading and science to fifth-graders in Washington. But like many other teachers, Ashley relies on a side hustle or two to get by.

Our members are being squeezed as salaries lag behind rising prices. Educators shouldn’t be priced out of the communities we serve. When we’re forced out, students lose. This is exactly why we've launched #FightForAffordability. www.cnn.com/2026/03/02/b...

Schweyer Questions Education Secretary on Recent Student Successes YouTube video by Pa. House Video

It’s amazing what can happen when you ACTUALLY FUND our public schools properly. Since we began increasing funds we're seeing the results in increased attendance, higher test scores and higher graduation rates. Don’t believe me? Hear it straight from Education Sec. Dr. Rowe. youtu.be/Boiz3wLLCv0

PFT members hold signs and distribute flyers outside of their schools as part of the AFT Day of Action

PFT members hold signs and distribute flyers outside of their schools as part of the AFT Day of Action

PFT members hold signs and distribute flyers outside of their schools as part of the AFT Day of Action

PFT members hold signs and distribute flyers outside of their schools as part of the AFT Day of Action

PFT members were out bright & early to share information about @governor.pa.gov's education funding package. Every dollar is needed for our public schools! #PAbudget #PhlEd #FundOurSchools

Fix our facilities. Fund our facilities. Do not close public schools. Tell your state Representative and Senator to pass Governor Shapiro's education funding package!

With public schools once again on the chopping block, every dollar in state funding is critical. Join us and take action -- ask your state legislators to support strong funding for Philly public schools!
tinyurl.com/PFTFundOurSc... #PhlEd #FundOurSchools #SaveOurSchools

AFT March 4th Day of Action | With Philly public schools once again on the chopping block, every dollar in state funding is critical. Join the Philadelphia Federation of Teachers and take action now! [QR code] #PhlEd #SaveOurSchools

Today's the day! @aft.org affiliates are taking part in a national Day of Action for public education. Here in Philly, PFT members are urging the General Assembly to pass Governor Josh Shapiro's education funding package. #PAbudget #PhlEd

post from @chalkbeat.org: IPS is already struggling from a financial perspective. If voters don’t approve a tax measure to fund schools in November, the district will be in truly dire straits.

post from @wesleyearly.bsky.social: Last night, the Anchorage School Board approved a budget that officials described as "severe," to address a $90 million budget deficit. Cuts include more than 500 staff -- including over 300 teachers -- and three elementary school closures.

post from @chalkbeat.org: Racist comments caught on a hot mic thrust a small Upper West Side middle school into the spotlight — and prompted city officials to reverse their plans to close it.

post from @chalkbeat.org: Last week, Memphis school board members voted to close five schools in June. The district is giving families more time to decide where to go to school in the fall.

Endless 💸💸💸 for violence and war, empty pockets for public schools and children.

A better world for kids is possible.

or anything else, really

The majority of America’s teachers — a whopping 71% — have at least one side job because they’re so underpaid.

Meanwhile, the country is about to be launched into a long, drawn-out war that has already cost an estimated $2 billion.

Priorities.

Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven History: A Conversation with Henry Louis Gates, Jr. Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven History is a newly released four-part series from acclaimed scholar Henry Louis Gates, Jr, exploring the rich, complex relationship between Black and Jewish Ame...

Next Tuesday, March 10, at 6 p.m. @sharemylesson.bsky.social is hosting acclaimed scholar Henry Louis Gates, Jr. for a conversation about the interwoven history between Black and Jewish America and discussion on identity, history and shared struggle. Sign up here ⤵️
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Sheryl Lee Ralph Is Teaching by Example The Emmy–winning, Tony–nominated actor has channeled joy into captivating audiences for decades

I love what actress Sheryl Lee Ralph said about educators. It’s what I see in every classroom I visit: “It is the heart of a human being that spends six to eight hours with other people’s children … and still chooses to come back to work with love, ready to begin again.” time.com/collections/...

"The most important profession in the world" until it's time to compensate us for our labor #edusky

Americans don't want war.

They want affordable healthcare, groceries, and energy.

The Trump administration cut billions of dollars from programs that lower costs for Americans.

Now they want taxpayers to fund another war in the Middle East with no exit strategy in sight.

A collage of notable women labor and civil rights leaders throughout American history appears on the background. Foreground: the PFT red and white logo and shield at the top of the post. Below the shield is the text: "Leading progress for all people" in yellow font. Below that text is, "Women's History Month" in larger white font.

In March, we celebrate the women who create opportunity and inspire others in our classrooms, gymnasiums, workshops, and all learning spaces.

Whether education or labor rights, women power the movements for equality, justice, and freedom for all people #WomensHistoryMonth #PhlEd

Carl, a senior custodian, breaks down the heartbreaking reality facing school staff—food insecurity while they feed students and inability to afford the rent in communities they serve. The AFT launched a new Fight for Affordability campaign to help members being crushed by soaring costs and debt.